Sans Contrasted Rares 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, retro, friendly, punchy, headline, impact, distinctiveness, display clarity, brand voice, rounded, chunky, soft corners, ink-trap feel, compact.
A very heavy, upright sans with broad, blocky proportions and subtly rounded terminals. Strokes show noticeable contrast created by wedge-like tapers and carved-in notches that read like ink traps at joins and corners, giving the letters a cut, chiseled texture without becoming decorative. Counters are generally open for the weight, with large, round i-dots and simplified, sturdy forms throughout. The overall rhythm is compact and solid, with strong verticals and controlled curves that keep the set cohesive at display sizes.
Best suited to display work where impact matters: headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks. It also works well for short UI or label text when set large, where the distinctive cut-in detailing can be appreciated without filling in.
The font projects a confident, slightly retro tone—bold and declarative but softened by rounded details. Its carved shapes add energy and character, making it feel approachable and lively rather than austere.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a distinctive, crafted texture—using controlled contrast and notch-like shaping to keep heavy forms legible and to add personality in large-format typography.
Uppercase forms are especially stout and poster-like, while lowercase retains a robust, simplified construction that stays readable despite the mass. Numerals are equally weighty and patterned with the same wedge cut-ins, helping figures match the voice of the letters in branding and signage.